What skills and experience we're looking for Salary: Teacher Scales, a TLR 2a may be available dependent on experience. Contract: Permanent, full time. Closing Date: Friday 20th March 2026 at 9am. Start Date: September 2026 or earlier. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Are you an inspiring, dedicated, and forward-thinking educator with a passion for Business Studies? Do you have the vision, drive, and expertise in teaching that nurtures curiosity, innovation, and entrepreneurial thinking? Are you committed to creating a culture of excellence, equality, and high expectations where every student is empowered to achieve their full potential? At Ryburn Valley High School, we are looking for a dynamic teacher who thrives in a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment. If you believe in delivering high-quality teaching, fostering a love for business, and equipping students with the skills they need for success in an ever-changing world, we would love to hear from you. Our business offer includes Business Studies, Enterprise and Marketing and BTEC Travel and Tourism (all at level 2 and 3), through these subjects, students gain valuable insights into the world of business. ECTs are welcome to apply. What the role involves in a nutshell: • To deliver high quality curriculum provision through effective teaching and learning of Business and Travel & Tourism. • To carry out the professional duties of a qualified teacher as identified in the DfE Teachers’ Standards. • Plan work in accordance with the curriculum area programmes of study to ensure progress and the personalised learning needs of every student. What you’ll get in return? This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Business Studies team under the direction and with the full support of the Computing and IT department at Ryburn Valley High School. You’ll be joining a school and Trust which is all about putting staff first – with numerous wellbeing initiatives and social events to enjoy each term! In addition to this you will benefit from: • Automatic enrolment to the Teacher Pension fund. • A Supportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team. • Staff development through proactive personal and professional development. • Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our students. • Free Parking. • Cycle to Work Scheme. • Eye Care. • Annual Flu Vaccines. • Home & Technology Scheme. • Rewards and discounts. • GP Online and Prescription Service. • Your Care Wellbeing & EAP. • Lifestyle benefits & discounts. Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role. If our school sounds like a place in which you could really make a difference, then we’d love to hear from you. See our Job Pack below for further details HOW TO APPLY Could we be a good fit for each other? If you’d like a chat about the role, or have any questions, then we’d be delighted to hear from you. Please contact Carrie Burbidge our Personal Assistant to the Senior Leadership Team via c.burbidge@ryburn.tlt.school If you’re ready to apply, please complete our online application form. SAFER RECRUITMENT We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. What the school offers its staff see above Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.